Electrical & Instrumentation Reliability Engineer

Celanese

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 170,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Celanese is seeking a Reliability Engineer - Electrical & Instrumentation at the Richmond, VA site to improve and sustain reliability, availability, and maintainability of instrumentation, electrical, and safety systems. You will drive proactive reliability initiatives, support safe plant operations, and ensure compliance with PSM, MI, and reliability standards.

You will lead RCFA investigations, develop corrective actions, and provide advanced technical support across 24/7 operations, while

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
5+ years of instrumentation and/or electrical reliability experience.
Experience leading reliability improvement initiatives.
RCFA experience.
Experience implementing preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs.
Knowledge of PSM, MOC, and MI programs.
Deep understanding of instrumentation and electrical distribution systems.
Knowledge of safety instrumented systems and functional safety concepts.
Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Reliability Strategy & Asset Management: Develop and implement preventive, predictive, condition-based, and failure-finding maintenance strategies for instrumentation and electrical assets.
Failure Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Lead RCFA investigations and track corrective actions.
Technical Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting for instrumentation, electrical, and control systems in a 24/7 environment.
Process Safety & Compliance: Own SIS program and participate in PHA/LOPA, MOC, and MI activities.
Capital Projects & Engineering: Develop specs, review designs, and provide leadership during projects and turnarounds.
Team Leadership & Development: Coordinate I&E technicians and contractors; identify training needs.
Spare Parts & Vendor Management: Identify critical spares and evaluate vendors for reliability.